Third Batch of Cars Revealed for Forza Horizon 3

Another week, another set of cars revealed for Forza Horizon 3. If you missed the other lists, there's the first and the second. This week's list focuses on some classic European rides that have become fan favorites:

1948 Ferrari 166MM Barchetta

Not only has Ferrari’s Barchetta been the subject of a famous rock song, the 166MM is arguably one of the most significant and potent sports cars in Ferrari history. It won the Mille Miglia (hence the MM) and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. At Le Mans, Luigi Chinetti drove 23 of the 24 hours himself, and only one hour was left for Lord Selsdon to meet regulations. Barchetta, the nickname given to the car by journalist Giovanni Canestini, translates to “small boat” and you can see the lines of the Barchetta in the cars of British automaker AC and the later Shelby Cobra. As the song goes, the roar of the V12 and its visually stunning shape will make practically any historic Ferrari fan long for that better vanished time.

1953 Maserati A6GCS/53 Pininfarina Berlinetta

The Berlinetta’s gorgeous form, courtesy of famed body maker Pininfarina, is only outdone by its racing pedigree. It was built for competition in road racing events like the Mille Miglia. Under its beautiful surface is a race-bred chassis built by Gilco, powered by a free-revving short-stroke inline six-cylinder that delivers around 170 hp. Definitively Italian, the A6GCS is alluring to view and astounding to hear. Get your own eyeful or earful to fully comprehend this amazing vehicle.

1969 Jaguar Mk II 3.8

When you hear the term “saloon” used in reference to cars, the Jaguar Mk II is likely the car that comes to mind. As well it should; these spacious, luxurious and fast cars were iconic throughout the 1960s and are raced every year at the Goodwood Festival of Speed against the momentum racers less than half their size. While the initial impression is one of extravagance, the Mk II’s performance is palpable. With the 3.8-liter six-cylinder, it is capable of propelling its considerable heft to highway speeds very quickly and can reach speeds in excess of 120 mph. In its day, the Mk II was the getaway car of choice for would-be-criminals, as well as the choice of British police to patrol the motorways. In other words, no matter what you’re looking to get up to, the Mk II will make a fine addition to your garage.

And of course, beyond the featured cars, there's a whole list of new additions as well:

Year

Make

Model

1980

Abarth

Fiat 131

2011

BMW

1 Series M Coupe

1957

BMW

Isetta 300 Export

1979

Chevrolet

Camaro Z28

1948

Ferrari

166MM Barchetta

1985

Ford

RS200 Evolution

1977

Ford

Escort RS1800

1966

Ford

Lotus Cortina

2015

Infiniti

Q60 Concept

1969

Jaguar

Mk II 3.8

2015

Lexus

RC F

1953

Maserati

A6GCS/53 Pininfarina Berlinetta

1997

McLaren

F1 GT

1958

Plymouth

Fury

Forza Horizon 3 launches on September 27th for Xbox One. You can get access four days earlier by pre-ordering the Ultimate Edition on the marketplace.

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